Ras Al Khaimah News
Hospitality Tomorrow: Signs of recovery in Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah has begun to see a recovery in the hospitality sector following the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. According to Raki Phillips, chief executive of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, the market is currently undergoing a cautious return to operation.
Ras Al Khaimah to launch hotel certification programme
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority is working closely with the local public service department to create a certification program aimed at hospitality providers.
Ras Al Khaimah rolls-out support package for hospitality sector
The Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority has launched a range of support initiatives to its hospitality, leisure and development partners. The move aims to shelter the sector during the peak of the Covid-19 crisis and to lay strong foundations for a future recovery.
New markets drive Ras Al Khaimah to new tourism record
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority has announced strong visitor figures for 2019, with arrivals up almost four per cent to 1.12 million.
Ras Al Khaimah to welcome new adventure facilities
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority will officially open a skatepark at Saqr Park later this week. The brand-new outdoor attraction is located in the largest recreational park in the emirate.
Jais Adventure Peak opens in Ras al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority has unveiled the Jais Adventure Peak, a collection of adventure attractions perched atop the highest mountain in the United Arab Emirates, Jebel Jais.
PATA heads to Ras al Khaimah for 2020 annual summit
The Pacific Asia Travel Association has announced its the annual summit will this year be taking place at the Al Hamra International Exhibition & Conference Centre in Ras Al Khaimah.
Breaking Travel News interview: Haitham Mattar, senior advisor, Saudi Commission for Tourism
Breaking Travel News speaks to Haitham Mattar, senior advisor with the Saudi Commission for Tourism & National Heritage, about the development of the hospitality sector in the country.
Walther-Jones to lead Rixos Bab Al Bahr, Ras al Khaimah
With previous managerial roles working for leading luxury hotels - including Moevenpick Hotels & Resorts, Jumeirah Group and Hyatt International - Horst Walther-Jones has made his indelible mark as a dynamic hotelier.
Raki Phillips, chief executive, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority
Having taken over leadership of the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority earlier this year, Raki Phillips here tells us about his ambitions for the role during World Travel Market in London.
Guillermo Quesada, general manager, Toro Verde Ras Al Khaimah
As Ras al Khaimah continues to develop a reputation as one of the best adventure tourism destinations in the world, Breaking Travel News speaks to Guillermo Quesada, general manager at Toro Verde, to find out more about the new zipline safari.
SpiceJet unveils plans for Ras al Khaimah base
Indian-carrier SpiceJet has revealed it will build its first international hub in Ras al Khaimah, the most northerly of the United Arab Emirates. Viewed as an emerging travel destination in the Middle East, the location will serve as a new home for affordable carrier.